Dr. John Laco, DPM

Podiatric Surgery | Male

While working at the College of Podiatric Medicine in Des Moines, IA, I achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Podiatric Medicine and was tenured. Prior to going into private practice, I trained over 100 interns and 12 podiatric residents. I am board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, and I have been re-certified 2 more times in each board. On three separate occasions I have been an oral examiner for the Board of Podiatric Medicine, and, on one occasion, I helped create the written exam for board applicants.

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Dr. Laco's Care Philosophy

The care philosophy at the Lakeville and Dakota Foot Clinics is to resolve the patient's problem or pathology with conservative care first. If conservative care does not resolve the patient's problem adequately, surgical intervention/correction will be pursued. For example, 99% of plantar fasciitis can be resolved without an in-office partial plantar fasciotomy. Due to high deductibles, every attempt is made to minimize costs to the patient. All treatment options are discussed with the patient, and I feel it is important for the patient to understand the pathology of their particular problem. Before leaving the room on the initial visit, I always ask "Do you have any questions?"

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VERY GOOD

Time well spent

EXCELLENT

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EXCELLENT

Office environment

EXCELLENT

Staff friendliness

EXCELLENT

Average wait time

Under 10 minutes

Patient Comments (2)

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Apr 21, 2017

Great doctor, great staff, clean clinic. Was seen on time for my appointment, Dr. Laco was very professional and answered all my questions. Dr. Laco was very knowledgeable and able to treat my condition. I highly recommend Dr. Laco

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-Kenni Franklin in New Prague, MN | Dec 29, 2016

My experience with Dr. Laco and his staff were absolutely amazing. The appointments were easy to make and they never kept me waiting. The gals up front were also very helpful with my FMLA and insurance benefits. Everything went extremely smooth.
I found Dr. Laco to be on point with my diagnoses, treatment plan and follow up. He personally made calls to me to ensure I was healing properly after my surgery and addressed all of my concerns. I strongly recommend him and his staff.

Dr. Laco's Care Philosophy

The care philosophy at the Lakeville and Dakota Foot Clinics is to resolve the patient's problem or pathology with conservative care first. If conservative care does not resolve the patient's problem adequately, surgical intervention/correction will be pursued. For example, 99% of plantar fasciitis can be resolved without an in-office partial plantar fasciotomy. Due to high deductibles, every attempt is made to minimize costs to the patient. All treatment options are discussed with the patient, and I feel it is important for the patient to understand the pathology of their particular problem. Before leaving the room on the initial visit, I always ask "Do you have any questions?"

Dr. Laco says...

I have been practicing podiatric medicine and surgery for 30 years, and I am board certified in all three boards in podiatry.

I perform multiple types of surgical correction for foot maladies such as bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, heel spurs, and Haglund's deformities. These are performed on an outpatient basis at a hospital or surgery center under twilight sedation.

In the office, I treat such problems as ingrown toenails, warts, fungal nails, corns, and callouses. I also specialize in treating plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, posterior tibial tendinitis, strains, sprains, and fractures. I provide complete foot care from children's flat footedness and in- and out-toeing gait to diabetic foot care and geriatric palliation.

Dr. Laco says...

Expertise in specific procedures include, but not limited to: permanent ingrown toenail resolution, treatment of onychomycosis topically as well as orally, in-office partial plantar fasciotomies, and removal of foreign bodies.

The Lakeville Foot Clinic has computer scanning capabilities to provide the most accurate image of the foot for fabrication of functional custom orthotics, which treat a number of conditions to include, but not limited to, plantar fasciitis, neuromas, Achilles tendinitis, posterior tibial tendinitis, limb length discrepancy, ankle instability, and in some cases low back and knee pain. Most orthotics fabricated are considered sport orthotics; however, specialty orthotics can be ordered to help prevent ulcers or recurrent painful callosities. Orthotics are also helpful to slow down the progression of bunion and hammertoe deformities.

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Conditions Treated

Achilles Tendinitis

Achilles Tendon Rupture

Ankle Disorders

Ankle Fracture

Ankle Injury

Ankle Instability

Ankle Laxity

Ankle Ligament Rupture

Ankle Misalignment

Ankle Sprain

Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture

Bunion

Bunionette

Calcaneus Fracture

Diabetic (Charcot) Foot

Flat Foot

Foot Conditions

Foot Deformities

Foot Fracture

Foot Injuries

Foot Sprain

Foot and Ankle Disorders

Foot and Ankle Injuries

Hammer Toe

Heel Pain

Heel Spur

Ingrown Toenail

Metatarsal Fracture

Pediatric Ankle Fractures

Pediatric Fractures

Plantar Fasciitis

Stress Fracture

Tibia Fracture

Toe Fractures

Ulcer of Foot

Warts

Education

Medical School

Rosalind Franklin University Of Medicine and Science / Chicago Medical School

Graduated in 1984

Residency Hospital

University Of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences / College Of Osteopathic Medicine

Completed in 1985

Undergraduate School

Indiana University / School Of Medicine

Graduated in 1979

Languages Spoken

English

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